Babajide Orevba

Education: B.Sc. Ed. Guidance & Counselling, EKSU (2011) NCE Political Science/Social Studies, AOCOED (2007), GNI Advanced Searches on Social Media (2024).

Experience: Intern at Choice FM (2011-2013), Secretary at RTcom (2013-2015), HOD Sports, Legit.ng (2015-2007), Digital marketing manager at Western Lotto (2017-2019), HOD Africa desk at Sports Brief (2021-2024), HOD Sports Desk at Legit.ng (2024-present)

Awards: Legit.ng's Best Sports Editor, 2021. Best Interview in 2023 at Sports Brief.

Babajide Orevba is a FIFA and CAF-accredited Nigerian journalist, digital publishing expert, researcher, writer and TV analyst. He has covered several major football tournaments, including FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, AFCON, CAF Competitions, as well as grassroots competitions in Africa. Email: babajide.orevba@corp.legit.ng

1913 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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Bonny Island Marathon rewards elite performance, youth talent in landmark 8th edition

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Eric Chelle: Super Eagles coach desperate for showdown talks with NFF after AFCON 2025

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5 days ago

AFCON 2025: Mysterious cat predicts outcome of South Africa vs Angola, 2 other matches

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6 days ago

AFCON 2025: Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman ranked among 20 most valuable players

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6 days ago

Former Nigerian international sends message to Super Eagles ahead of AFCON 2025 opener

Football

7 days ago

Former Super Eagles star sends message to Eric Chelle as AFCON 2025 begins in Morocco

Football

8 days ago

Victor Osimhen beats Cristiano Ronaldo, named in Guardian’s Top 50 Footballers of 2025

Football

9 days ago

Victor Osimhen of Nigeria is among the world's top 50 footballers for 2025 ahead of several impressive stars, including the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo.

AFCON 2025: Former Super Eagles star warns Eric Chelle's squad, names tricky opponent

Football

9 days ago

Shola Ameobi has sent an urgent message to Eric Chelle's Super Eagles as the team prepare for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

How NFF discovered ineligible players in DR Congo team against Super Eagles in play-off

Football

9 days ago

DR Congo could be sanctioned by FIFA as Nigerian authorities lodge a protest claiming the Leopards fielded ineligible players during the World Cup play-off.

AFCON 2025: Ugandan striker fires warning to Eric Chelle's Super Eagles, others

Football

10 days ago

The Ugandan national football team will pose problems for big teams at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, according to striker Melvyn Lorenzen.

Tochukwu Nnadi: Meet exciting Super Eagles midfielder expected to shine at AFCON 2025

Football

10 days ago

Tochukwu Nnadi, who has been impressive for Belgian Pro League side Zulte Waregem, could be he next midfield revelation for Nigeria's Super Eagles.

AFCON 2025: How much will the Super Eagles get if they win title in Morocco?

Football

10 days ago

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will smile to the bank should they win the 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco, as CAF unveils the prize money for the tournament.

7 countries that have been previously banned from AFCON, Nigeria included

Football

10 days ago

No fewer than seven countries have been banned from the AFCON in the past, including Morocco, after the country abruptly pulled out from hosting the competition.

N13bn prize money, N2.2bn preparation fund: What NFF is fighting for in petition vs DR Congo

Football

11 days ago

The Nigeria Football Federation will not take a share of the prize pool after failing to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, slated for next summer.

Arthur Okonkwo: Arsenal product eager to represent Super Eagles at AFCON

Football

11 days ago

Arthur Okonkwo was desperate to represent Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, but he was not named in Eric Chelle's final squad to the competition.

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